Guild Wars 2 Launcher

Overview

The launcher is the entry point into Guild Wars 2 and is seen every time the game loads. I was given a set of high-level design templates and tasked with fleshing out the user experience from start to finish. From the beginning, the launcher was intended to be lightweight and minimalist, so functionality and information density was kept to a minimum.

Login

This is the first thing a user sees when launching Guild Wars 2. Aside from logging in or creating a account, there are very few actions available to the user at this point.

Create an Account

Prior to the development of the web-based account creation interface, a new user would have needed to create their account upon launching the game for the first time. Clicking the 'create an account' link on the main screen of the launch would display this form.

Welcome Screen

The welcome screen was intended to serve as a lightweight news feed that the player could peruse while the game loaded.

Client

ARENANET

My Roles

UX DESIGN | VISUAL DESIGN

Date Completed

2012

Additional Credit

KATE WELCH

About me

I'm a graphic designer currently living in Seattle. I specialize in user interface, user experience, and web design. I endeavor to create fresh, compelling products that bring joy and satisfaction to users of all shapes and sizes.